1994 BMW 518 vs. 1998 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1998 Subaru Justy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 518 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 BMW 518 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 518 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Justy. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 518 should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 518 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1998 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW 518. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Justy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 BMW 518 (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 518 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 518 | 1998 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 518 | Justy |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2270 mm |
